NETSUKE: SHISHI WITH BALL.
Japan. Edo period. 19th c. Ky鹲h? Mitsuhara attributed.

Ivory with finely carved; engraved and stained details; the dark eyes inlaid horn. Mighty animal; orb can be moved freely. According to Alain Ducros; the crowns of the mane are typical for the works from Ky鹲h? Height 4.1cm. Condition A.

Provenance:
-Collection Prince Henry; Royal Duke of Gloucester (Christies Auction no. 7256; lot 661;
2006).

Please note that objects made of ivory; rhinoceros horn and turtle shell; due to Cites regulations can only be sold within the European Community. At present the export in third countries is prohibited.
Art trade; Van Ham.